How College Admission Works

Learn all about the college admissions process and find out how to increase your chances of getting in at your school of choice!

How College Rankings Work

Of all the metrics used to compare colleges, rankings are the most common. Learn about the controversy behind them and how best to evaluate schools.

How Fraternities Work

"Toga, toga, toga!" Is fraternity life anything like National Lampoon's "Animal House"? Fraternities vary widely by campus and organization, but check out how they recruit, what pledging is like and the meaning of Hell Week.

How Geniuses Work

What does it take to be considered a genius? Does a person's IQ have anything to do with it? Check out the definition we found most accurate after our research into biology, psychology and the arts. And learn how the definition of a genius can still be subjective.

How Homeschooling Works

At least 1 million children in the United States are going to school at home. Learn all about homeschooling, from the legal requirements to the various methods of teaching at home.

How Online Degrees Work

Is higher education ready to enter the digital age? Many people think so -- more and more colleges and universities are offering online classes and even full degrees.

How SATs Work

Next to your grades and academic record, the SAT is one of the most important factors in college admissions. This new article explains the SAT in detail!

How Sororities Work

Ever wonder why sorority rush is such a big deal? A sorority be a great way to make lasting friendships and find opportunities for leadership and service. But people also associate sororities with a variety of negative stereotypes. Learn what life in a sorority is really like.

National Science Teachers Association Convention 2001

If you couldn't make it to the convention this past weekend, go on a virtual tour of the exciting exhibits at the show!

13 Famous Rhodes Scholars

Each year about 90 students earn a Rhodes scholarship to study at the University of Oxford. Learn about some of the most famous Rhodes scholars, including Bill Clinton, George Stephanopoulos, and Kris Kristofferson.

9 Youngest in Their Fields

You're never too young to be the best. The young people listed here have achieved more in their short years than most adults who are twice their age. Read about the 9 youngest at the top of their fields, including Tatum O'Neal and Michelle Wie.

Back to School Survival

College can be a daunting experience, but our guides provide students with helpful solutions to university life's many obstacles. Get the lowdown on everything from staying healthy at school and how college rankings work to finding cool gadgets and 'dorm kit' products.

How does homeschooling work?

Homeschooling can seem like a really mysterious concept to those that are educated in public or private schools. Homeschooling is different for every family, so the term homeschooling can be hard to define. Learn about it in this article.

What constitutes a person's IQ?

The term IQ typically refers to a score on a test that measures someone's cognitive ability. What does this test constitute exactly? Find out if IQ tests can accurately measure someone's intelligence.

What exactly is Mensa? How smart do you have to be to join?

Mensa is an organization for people with very high IQs. What does it take to get accepted into this organization? Learn about Mensa in this article.